Learn common pet names in Cantonese! From dogs (狗) and cats (貓) to rabbits (兔仔) and hamsters (倉鼠), master the vocabulary for talking about beloved pets.
Pet vocabulary is perfect for casual conversations, visiting pet shops in Hong Kong, or discussing your furry friends with Cantonese-speaking neighbors. Learn how locals affectionately talk about their pets with authentic pronunciation.
Includes native audio, Jyutping romanization, and video examples showing real pet-related conversations in Cantonese.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
|
gau2
狗
|
dog | |
|
miu4
貓
|
cat | |
|
tou3
兔
|
rabbit | |
| hamster | ||
| guinea pig | ||
|
gwan1
龜
|
turtle | |
| goldfish | ||
| parrot | ||
|
seu4
蛇
|
snake | |
| lizard | ||
| hedgehog | ||
|
jau6
鼬
|
ferret | |
| chinchilla | ||
| betta fish | ||
| canary | ||
| gecko |
After mastering pets vocabulary, you might want to explore other essential Cantonese vocabulary categories to expand your language skills further. Check out our complete vocabulary collection to discover more themed word lists.
Understanding pets-related vocabulary is essential for anyone learning Cantonese, whether you're planning to visit Hong Kong, communicate with Cantonese-speaking friends and family, or immerse yourself in Cantonese culture through films, TV shows, and music.
These 16 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used pets terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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